Lake Charles Fabrication Center

The Future of American Defense is Modernized Here

The Lake Charles Fabrication Center in southwest Louisiana stands as Northrop Grumman’s premier hub for agile aircraft sustainment and parts manufacturing, seamlessly integrating advanced reverse engineering and multidisciplinary fabrication. Renowned for delivering mission-critical, zero-defect solutions, it is the trusted partner for rapid support and modernization across all aircraft platforms and parts.

105,000 sq. ft of fabrication floor space

Over half a million sq. ft of hangar space

Located at the Chennault International Airpark

105,000 sq. ft of fabrication floor space

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Where cutting-edge technology meets exceptional craftsmanship.

The Fabrication Center’s capabilities enable swift responses to sustainment and modernization needs, ensuring that parts and solutions reach customers faster than ever before.

Digital Design & Engineering

3D Modeling
Digital Engineering
Precision Scanning

Finishing & Surface Treatment

Assembly/Sub Assembly
On-Site Finishing & Coating Capabilities

Machining & Forming

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining
Coordinate Measuring Machining
Hydroforming
Milling

Maintenance, Overhaul & Support

Aircraft Heavy Checks
Program & Production Support
Schedule & Capacity Management

Structural Fabrication & Repair

Assembly/Sub Assembly
Composite Repair
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Tube Fabrication

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Fabrication in Focus

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Summary

The Lake Charles Fabrication Center is Northrop Grumman’s key facility for agile aircraft sustainment and parts manufacturing, blending advanced reverse engineering, digital design, and multidisciplinary fabrication to deliver rapid, zero-defect modernization solutions.

Key Takeaways

The Lake Charles Fabrication Center blends cutting-edge technology with expert craftsmanship to modernize American defense by rapidly producing and upgrading aircraft parts, ensuring mission readiness and advanced sustainment capability.

Lake Charles Fabrication Center enables fast, high-quality aircraft sustainment and parts production using cutting-edge technology and skilled craftsmanship.
Integrated digital engineering and advanced fabrication at Lake Charles accelerate delivery of mission-critical aircraft modernization.

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